As we get to know the performers, we see glimpses of their homes and families in Spain, Macedonia, Romania, and India. These interludes between performances give the film its weight, as we learn to accept and care about these people rather than just enjoy their musical compositions. From the old man who worries about the future of his family when he’s no longer around to support them through his performances, to the “Queen of Gypsies” who describes her life experiences raising 47 adopted children, we see how fascinating their backstories are while concurrently enjoying their vibrant music.
Gypsy Caravan is now playing in New York and opens in Los Angeles on June 29. For additional information, please visit the website.
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Article comments
1 - MAS
My great-grandparents were gypsies. I can't help but wonder what Mr. Depp believed that's not true. In these days of enlightenment, why would anyone believe stereotypes about ANY group?
2 - Crystal
Response to comment #1 " June 19, 2007 @ 07:36AM "MAS: Johnny Depp is a fan and friend of the Romanian string band, Taraf de Haïdouks, featured in the film. Unfortunately, even in this "day of enlightenment" many people still hold on to old stereotypes and he is talking about those that so many older Hollywood films show of gypsies as dangerous, as thieves, and the like. Johnny is trying to make a point and further enlighten those people who would still have such views, and I am sure that is why he appeared in the film...
3 - Lisa McKay
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4 - Merguen
Unfortunately, I have had experience first hand with the "Gypsy" culture here in the USA. And those experiences have not been positive. I have thought of them in the past in a more "romantic" view, until I came face to face with them. There was no misunderstanding. Perhaps those in the USA do not follow the same ethics as those in other countries. However, the music I have heard from this is very haunting.